Pafos FC draws with Nea Salamina amid refereeing controversy

Pafos FC and Nea Salamina played to a 0-0 draw at the Ammochostos stadium on October 26, 2026, during the 7th round of the Cyprus League by Stoiximan. The result marked the second consecutive goalless match for Pafos, leaving the team in 5th place with 12 points, four points behind the league leaders. Nea Salamina reached 5 points, remaining in the relegation zone at 12th place.

The match featured several missed opportunities, with goalkeeper Varos proving decisive for the hosts. Following the game, Pafos manager Ricardo Sa Pinto expressed extreme frustration, specifically criticizing referee Konstantinos Fellas for failing to award a penalty for a foul on Mammadov or consult the VAR system. Club general manager Charis Theocharous announced that Pafos FC will officially file a formal complaint against VAR referee Dimitris Solomou regarding the non-call.

While managers from both sides felt their teams deserved more from the contest, the match highlights broader struggles for Pafos, which has failed to score in four of its last seven league games. Amidst ongoing tactical discussions, the club remains under pressure to address its scoring drought as it prepares for future league fixtures.